Oxford to Bristol bus with Megabus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oxford to Bristol

Showing times and prices for 26 Nov

Cheapest price

£29

Average price

£30

Fastest journey

5 h

Average duration

6 h 46 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

98 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Oxford to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Oxford to Bristol will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.

Fast coaches

Of the 4 buses that leave Oxford for Bristol every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 98 km distance in an average of 6 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .

The slowest buses will take 10 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

National Express
19:505h00
Oxford
00:50Bristol
£291One-way
0 changes
National Express
20:455h05
Oxford
01:50Bristol
£291One-way
0 changes
National Express
05:106h30
Oxford
11:40Bristol
£311One-way
0 changes
National Express
22:1510h30
Oxford
08:45Bristol
£321One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Oxford to Bristol

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £23.

Distance: 98 km

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Most popular
Train

£30

Average Price

Cheapest

£38

Average Price

3h 12m

Average total duration

2h 42m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 44m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 14m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Oxford to Bristol bus times

The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Bristol coaches for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 18:38
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressTALHR · NX202
On time
19:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h10
23:25 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
1 change
national_expressTALHR · NX200
On time
20:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h30
00:45 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
1 change
national_expressTALGW · NX20121:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h20
02:35 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)1 change
national_expressTALGW · NX20923:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h45
05:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)1 change
Wednesday 26 November
national_express05:10 Oxford
6h30
11:40 Bristol0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Oxford to Bristol

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Buses from Oxford to Bristol run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £23 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 00:55, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 98 km distance in 5h 0m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £23
Distance
98 km
Average bus duration
2h 42m
Cheapest ticket price
£26
Buses per day
20
Fastest bus
5h 0m
First bus
00:55
Last bus
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £23

Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Oxford to BristolYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Bristol with Megabus, National Express for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 45m
Cheapest Price
£14
Megabus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Entertaiment on board

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 0m
Cheapest Price
£26
National Express frequency
20 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.

Buses From Oxford To Bristol

National Express Coaches offer one service each day from Oxford Bus Station to Bristol Bristol Bus and Coach Station. The service is direct and the journey takes approximately three hours. The coach leaves Oxford Bus Station at 9:35 a.m.

What are the departure and arrival points for buses from Oxford to Bristol?

Glocester Green Bus Station, Oxford: Oxford Bus Station is situated in Gloucester Green in the centre of the town and a few minutes walk to the local shops and markets. The station also serves as a terminal for local buses to the surrounding area. Oxford Train Station is approximately half a mile from the town centre, however, the X3 and X13 buses from Oxford Bus Station serve the route to the train station.

Bristol Bus And Coach Station: Bristol Bus and Coach Station is situated in the heart of the city at Marlborough Street. The coach station also serves as a terminal for local bus routes and, subsequently, there is easy access to and from the surrounding areas. Taxis are also available from the station.

FAQs: Oxford to Bristol coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to Bristol by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bristol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Oxford to Bristol can start from as little as £27 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Oxford to Bristol is £33; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Oxford to Bristol coach travel time is 4 h 20 min   for the 61 mile long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Oxford to Bristol leaves at 17: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Oxford to Bristol leaves at 23: 45.
Yes, there is 1 direct coach a day from Oxford to Bristol with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
Take the Oxford to Bristol coach with Megabus or National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the journey between Oxford and Bristol as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bristol, Bond Street (Cabot Circus), located 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Bristol from Oxford is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 20 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Oxford to Bristol by coach is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Oxford and Bristol including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Oxford to Bristol has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Oxford to Bristol.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Oxford to Bristol.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Oxford to Bristol.
    No, luggage for the coach from Oxford to Bristol needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Oxford to Bristol.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Oxford to Bristol.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Oxford to Bristol.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Oxford to Bristol.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Bristol

    Oxford
    Bristol
    The major coach station for departures in Oxford is Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station for your trip from Oxford to Bristol.
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    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-22:00
    carConnection
    Car connection
    George Street
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Café Nero (in the station)
    • The Four Candles (0.2 km)
    • The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available near the waiting area.
    Public transport options for Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    • Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 27, 28, 31, 35, 36, 40, 41, 44, 46, 63, 66, 70, 77, 100, 280, 500, S1, S2, S3, S5, S8, S9, X3, X13, X32, X39, X40, X90

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